Bachelor's Degrees

The Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology degree from Azusa Pacific University equips students with professional knowledge and practical skills in general psychology and specialized emphasis areas, all taught from a Christian worldview. Additionally, all students choose from an emphasis area—examples include applied pastoral counseling, educational psychology, and general psychology among others—which increases their marketability for jobs and graduate education.Request More Information »

The Bachelor of Arts in Applied Studies is an interdisciplinary degree designed to give students the opportunity to achieve their education goals through a relevant, job-specific program. This entirely online program can be completed in less than one year, and allows students to choose the faith-integrated coursework that best suits their personal or career goals.Request More Information »

The Bachelor of Arts in Leadership program at Azusa Pacific University helps teach students how to be transformative, innovative, and dynamic leaders who know how to bring change to industry and organizations. As part of the program, you can choose an emphasis area to customize the program to your personal interests and goals. Emphasis areas include Applied Pastoral Counseling, General Psychology, Human Resource Management and Organizational Dynamics, among others.Request More Information »

The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies degree is an innovative accelerated teaching degree program designed to help prospective teachers complete their bachelor’s degree while gaining valuable subject-matter preparation for a successful teaching career. Graduates will be prepared take the California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET), and are eligible to enter a teaching credential program, including any of those offered at APU. They may also soon begin teaching in their own classroom by enrolling in APU’s unique Intern Credential Program.Request More Information »

The Bachelor of Arts in Management degree at Azusa Pacific equips learners with professional knowledge and practical skills in strategic leadership, management, marketing, finance, technology, business law, and more. Students choose from several emphasis areas—such as accounting, digital marketing, human services, and public administration—to tailor their degree to their personal goals.Request More Information »

Azusa Pacific’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program provides a broad knowledge base combined with the practical skills needed in a criminal justice program. In addition, all students are offered the opportunity to choose from multiple emphasis areas—such as Criminal Behavior, Forensics, Clinical Psychology, and Public Administration—so they can specialize in their field of interest.Request More Information »

The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Azusa Pacific equips students with professional knowledge and practical skills they need for a career in the health science professions. This entirely online program asks students to select an emphasis area, such as General Psychology, Health Care Management, and Human Services among others, to tailor the program to their personal interests and goals.Request More Information »

The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems equips learners with a foundational framework, practical skills, and ethical values essential for career success in the information systems field. Students who major in information systems will develop professional competencies in managing information, computers, databases, systems analysis, and business principles related to information systems. With the opportunity to choose an emphasis area, students can pursue personal or specific career interests within the field of information systems.Request More Information »

The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership program is designed for working professionals who desire leadership roles within their organizations. The innovative curriculum adopts a unique view of leadership as stewardship – understanding how diversity, sustainability, social and financial responsibility, and the organization impact society.Request More Information »

Master's Degrees

The Master of Arts in Leadership and Organizational Studies (MLOS) program is designed for working professionals seeking professional advancement or a leadership position. Emphasis is placed on the development of excellent management skills and personal integrity, and students graduate with leadership fundamentals, a stronger understanding of organizational life, and real-life methods of practicing ethical conduct.Request More Information »

The Master of Arts in Psychology emphasizes theory, research, and practice, providing students with the broadest range of education and experience—all taught within a Christian worldview stance unique to Azusa Pacific. Graduates of the M.A. in Psychology will be able to examine, evaluate, and apply psychological principles and methods in a variety of settings.Request More Information »

The online Master of Public Health (MPH) program built to align with competencies defined by the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) and core functions outlined by the World Health Organization (WHO). You’ll receive a solid foundation in the major elements of public health—including biostatistics, epidemiology, health services administration, environmental health sciences, and social and behavior sciences—all taught from a Christian worldview.Request More Information »

Academic Profile of Incoming Freshman

Total Number of Applicants3,229

Students Admitted
2,370
(73%)

Students Enrolled860
(27%)

Average High School GPA3.63

Students in top 10% of HS Class31%

Students in top 25% of HS Class62%

Students in top 50% of HS Class90%

SAT Critical Reading (Middle 50%)
480-590

SAT Critical Math (Middle 50%)
480-590

SAT Critical Writing (Middle 50%)
N/A

ACT Composite (Middle 50%)
21-26

Undergraduate Application Process

Application Fee$45

Early Decision Application Deadline--

Regular Application Deadline06/01

High School RankRecommended

High School RecordRequired

Completion of College-Prep ProgramRecommended

Admissions Test Scores (ACT/SAT)Required

TOEFL (Test of English as Foreign
Language)Required

Estimated Cost

Tuition & Fees$27,750

Room & Board$7,576

Books & Supplies$1,566

Average Cost Per Credit HourN/A

Estimated Financial Aid

Percentage of Students
Receiving Any Financial Aid56%

Average Financial Aid Package$12,822

Average Indebtedness at GraduationN/A

Percentage
of Students Receiving Financial Aid Average Financial Aid Amount
per Student

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